Per Diem Registered Cardiovascular Sonographer-Phillips Cardiology Practice - USD-Multiple Offi[...]

Mount Sinai Medical Center; New York (NY); On-site; USD 74,663 - 82,306; Full time

Job summary

The Mount Sinai Medical Center is seeking a Registered Cardiovascular Sonographer to provide exceptional care and perform diagnostic tests on cardiovascular systems. The role includes conducting echocardiograms, maintaining equipment, and ensuring high-quality imaging.

Applicants should have substantial experience, certifications, and be ready to contribute to patient diagnostics. The position offers a competitive salary and a commitment to equal opportunity in a supportive workplace.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1-year full-time cardiovascular ultrasound experience required.
• Active ARDMS (RDCS/RVT) or CCI (RVS/RCS) status required.
• Heartsaver Certification or BLS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform echocardiogram and vascular ultrasound exams.
• Maintain records and logs of patients and procedures.
• Consult with cardiologist for non-standard examinations.

Skills

Cardiovascular ultrasound techniques

Echocardiogram testing

Patient care

Cognitive sonographic skills

Education

Graduate of a CAAHEP accredited Diagnostic Medical Ultrasound Program

Tools

Ultrasound equipment

Job description

Description

The Registered Cardiovascular Sonographer is responsible for providing exceptional patient care. This individual will help lead the performance of diagnostic tests of the cardiovascular systems on patients and to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of heart and blood vessel disorders. Participates in the non‑invasive cardiovascular procedures.

Responsibilities

1. Demonstrates competency in the techniques and range of equipment used in current medical practice for the diagnosis, treatment and care of patients.
2. Performs echocardiogram, exercise stress echocardiogram testing and Dobutamine stress echocardiogram testing and/or vascular ultrasound exams and vascular stress testing (PVR), per credentialing, to aid in diagnosis of the cardiovascular system. Responsibilities may include training and conducting performance of fetal echocardiograms in a pediatric setting.
3. If in a pediatric setting, may perform transthoracic echocardiogram examinations in pediatric and congenital cardiac patients, from neonatal to adult age range.
4. Uses cognitive sonographic skills to identify and record appropriate anatomical pathological and diagnostic images. Applies knowledge of anatomy, physiology, positioning and imaging techniques to optimize the quality of ultrasound images.
5. Maintains required departmental records. Maintains day‑to‑day patient and study logs, data acquisition, and records statistical data (procedure volumes/interpretation volumes) as applicable.
6. Assures that equipment is maintained according to manufacturer’s specifications.
7. Cleans and maintains ultrasound equipment and scan rooms.
8. Reports any malfunctions as they occur per hospital policy.
9. Participates in department process improvement projects.
10. Prepares preliminary interpretation and report for Attending Cardiologist’s review. For critical results/findings notifies provider per institutional policy.
11. Maintains infection control policy and procedures.
12. Consults with cardiologist to establish requirements for non‑standard examinations and determines technical factors to satisfy requirements.
13. Assists in maintenance of supply inventory and requests necessary supplies for test area.
14. Completes continuing education to enhance professional growth and maintain credentials.
15. Assists students and fellows learning in lab and may assist in the evaluation of students.
16. Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a CAAHEP accredited Diagnostic Medical Ultrasound Program, the Canadian Medical Association (CMA) or an unaccredited Diagnostic Medical Ultrasound Program with a minimum of 1‑year full‑time cardiovascular ultrasound experience fulfilling requirement to sit for Registry.
• 0‑2 years minimum of experience.
• Active ARDMS (RDCS/RVT) or CCI (RVS/RCS) status required.
• Heartsaver Certification from American Heart Association or BLS (Basic Life Support) from the American Heart Association preferred.

Compensation

The Mount Sinai Health System (MSHS) provides salary ranges that comply with the New York City Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $54.1982 - $59.7462 Hourly. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, education, and operational need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Mount Sinai Health System is an equal opportunity employer, complying with all applicable federal civil rights laws. We do not discriminate, exclude, or treat individuals differently based on race, color, national origin, age, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are deeply committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, students, trainees, patients, visitors, and the communities we serve feel respected and supported. Our goal is to create a healthcare and learning institution that actively works to remove barriers, address challenges, and promote fairness in all aspects of our organization.